Bangkok is almost synonymous with shopping for most of us. It's that mall 3 hours away from Singapore where you'll find clothes more than half the price off, massages are abundant and Thai food is well, legit as can...
With towering platform leaps, rainforest zip-lines, sleazy nightclub shrieks and creepy-crawly treats, this four-day Phuket itinerary isn't for the faint-hearted. Find out why even James Bond would agree.
Updated on: 7 Sep 2022
Just two hours away from Singapore, Phuket makes an...
Weekend getaways from Singapore aren't always about lazing about and/or getting drunk. Spend your long breaks bungee jumping, diving with sharks or conquering a volcano!
As a newly hatched adult who just had her student status revoked, I no longer...
This article is contributed by the team at AroiMakMak.com — a one-stop platform for all things Thailand. After a visit to Koh Kret, they wanted to share this hidden gem alternative for a weekend dose of fresh air near...
Get pampered and go on an adventurous getaway to recharge in Koh Samui. Get exclusive discounted fares on Bangkok Airways and up to 37% off hotels in Koh Samui on Trip.com.
While I love a pampering holiday from time to to...
Here's the Southeast Asia backpacking guide we wished we had before embarking on our own 31-day trip.
In 31 days, we travelled through four countries, thirteen cities and had countless adventures (or rather misadventures).
Southeast Asia isn't luxurious, but the stories...
Upsize your beachside holiday to a posh vacation by staying at one of these luxurious Phuket villas!
Phuket is synonymous with "beach paradise" and "island getaway", and it's not surprising why. With pristine white-sand beaches and numerous gorgeous tropical islands,...
Next time you need an escape from the city, travel a little out of Bangkok and go cafe hopping in Thailand at these cosy spots surrounded by nature — all less than 2.5 hours from Bangkok!
It might not be...
Khao Yai's famous whimsicality isn't just limited to her attractions. These unique accommodations in Khao Yai are also perfect for that extra special occasion!
When we travel, we often scrimp on accommodation — think hostels in Bangkok, for example, with...
Make your first solo travel trip in Bangkok even more memorable by staying at these unique hostels!
First published: 15 November 2019
The colourful, Peranakan-themed Yim Bangkok. Photo credit: Booking.com
With a vibrant culture, friendly locals, and lively nightlife, Bangkok is a...
Beat the crowds of Bangkok, Phuket and Krabi and experience an alternate side of Thailand not known to many!
I'm personally guilty of over-visiting Thailand’s (shopping) capital, Bangkok. But let’s face it, Bangkok is overrun with tourists and I’m honestly...
Written by: Lim Jia Ying Gayle
Yearning for a short island getaway without breaking your bank? Here are 13 cheap things to do in Phuket on a tight budget!
As one of Thailand's most popular tourist destinations, you'd imagine luxurious five-star...
The culprits behind elephant cruelty might not be who you think it is.
We stopped by Chiang Mai, Thailand as we backpacked across Southeast Asia. Trees as tall as cathedrals surrounded me, a warm light shimmered through the thick canopy...
Address: 429 Moo 9, Pattaya Beach Road, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150, ThailandCost/night: From ฿2,548Website: Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya
TL;DR- Large swimming pool, lots of in-house events and activities- Great location; 2min walk to the beach and food stores- Complimentary shuttle bus to...
Address: 486/125 Soi Phetchaburi 16, Thanon Phetchaburi, Bangkok
Cost: 10 Bed Mixed Dormitory ฿450/night
Check in/Check out: 2.00p.m./12.00p.m
Website: Bed One Block Hostel
TL;DR:
- Dorms are clean with large, comfortable beds and blackout curtains.
- Perks of hanging out at the sister hostel, Bed Station Hostel, a 2...
There are many ways to understand a new land and its people; my favourite of all, is through its literature. As we travelled through Toyko, Hong Kong, Macau & Bangkok — each with massively different cultures and lifestyles, I studied the...
Written by: Joanne Chim
Feed your adrenaline, chill out in artsy cafes, go rum-tasting and learn a new skill. We promise none of these things to do in Phuket will involve checking out a beach.
As beautiful as Phuket's beaches may be,...
This "sandbox" pilot scheme allows Covid-19 vaccinated visitors to fly direct to Phuket without quarantine.
Not all hope is lost when it comes to travel in 2021 – if you're fully vaccinated with lots of annual leave to spare, the...
Vast wine valleys, beautiful flower fields and iconic Hobbit houses — nope, this isn't New Zealand, but Khao Yai💖
Khao Yai is a charming town in Thailand only a 3-hour drive away from Bangkok. But perhaps the real charm...
